Ted Jackson/The Times-PicayuneNew Orleans Saints first-round draft pick Malcolm Jenkins has yet to sign a contract, but that doesn't mean he's not working. Coach Sean Payton said Jenkins is in New Orleans and working out on his own until his deal is completed.

New Orleans Saints General Manager Mickey Loomis said Thursday that first-round draft pick Malcolm Jenkins remains unsigned on the eve of the first practice of training camp practice.

Coach Sean Payton said he thinks Jenkins is a smart player and can catch up.

"He's someone that's got a pretty good football IQ," Payton said

Payton added that cornerback is one of the team's deepest positions and that every rep is critical, especially for a first-year player like Jenkins, who is expected to see time at cornerback and safety.